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Without a Clue (1988)

English comedy film directed by Thom Eberhardt

PGUS

Rated PG in the US

Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.

Runtime
1h 47m 107 min
Released
21 October 1988
Language
English

Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.

Without a Clue has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 21 October 1988. It is directed by Thom Eberhardt and stars Michael Caine, Ben Kingsley and Jeffrey Jones.

Cast and crew

Cinematography
Alan Hume
Production
ITC Entertainment
Distribution
Orion Pictures

Box office, awards and more

Box office
$8.54 million
Based on
canon of Sherlock Holmes
Set in
London
Filmed in
Pinewood Studios

Release and where to watch

In theatres
21 October 1988
First shown
20 October 1988 festival or first country
On OTT
Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.

Can children watch it?

Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.

Questions people ask

What is the runtime of Without a Clue?

Without a Clue has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes, or 107 min.

When did Without a Clue release?

Without a Clue released on 21 October 1988.

Who directed Without a Clue?

Without a Clue is directed by Thom Eberhardt.

Who is in the cast of Without a Clue?

The cast of Without a Clue includes Michael Caine, Ben Kingsley, Jeffrey Jones, Paul Freeman, Nigel Davenport and Lysette Anthony.

How much did Without a Clue earn at the box office?

Without a Clue grossed $8.54 million.

What is Without a Clue rated in the US?

Without a Clue is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.

Is Without a Clue based on a true story or a book?

Without a Clue is based on canon of Sherlock Holmes.

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Updated 8 November 2026 by Pragati. Cast and crew from Wikidata. Found a mistake? Tell us.